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MARRAKECH TO ESSAOUIRA EXCURSION

DAY TRIP STARTING FROM MARRAKECH TO ESSAOUIRA

Starting 150 $ – Two People

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Overview:

Essaouira-Mogador, gem of the Atlantic

Essaouira, the city of wind and seagulls settled in mesmerizing scenery, boasting one of the most beautiful beaches in Morocco and in the world, with powerful historical and cultural background, all that is attractive about this city will be discovered in our one-day itinerary.

Tour’s Highlights:

– Essaouira is a remarkable illustration of the late-eighteenth century braced town in Morocco, built according to the the standards of contemporary European military design in a North African setting. Since its foundation, it has been a significant global exchanging seaport, connecting Morocco and its Saharan hinterland with Europe and the rest of the world.

Itinerary:

The ideal day trip to Essaouira city

An early drive from Marrakech is required in order to get the most of the beautiful Essaouira, once arriving feel the fresh coastal wind tickling your face and enjoy the scent of the newly fished fish and seafood as you wander along the port of Essaouira bumping your eyes with the bleu boats anchored in the small harbor.

Some steps away set the everlasting Skala Port where one of the franchises ‘Game of Thrones’ scenes was shot, and on to the ramparts that bear witness to a significant historical period of the city as a defensive block that kept the city safe against the successive strikes for years.

After visiting the harbor, walk toward the downtown town filled with colorful carpets, shops and handcrafts and art of all kinds from pottery to paintings, and restaurants where one can grab something to eat or or sip a cup of mint tea.

Take the Rue Lalloiuj and then Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah street and straight forward to the old Medina core, enjoy a stroll through the bleu narrow streets and take the chance to visit some local shops to taste some authentic food as well as Argan and olive oil, and capture some memorable photos.

Tucked away in the Old city, pay a visit to the Jewish quarter where one can get lost and enjoy some moments of peace and witness a significant part of Morocco’s multi-diversity as a country that has welcomed Jewish people in a hospitable atmosphere of religious tolerance and acceptance.

Every summer the city hosts the Afro-Maghrebin Gnawa music festival making visitors’ trip to Mogador unforgettable.

Drop-off at Marrakech